The New BlackBerry 10 Features

RIM (RIMM) on Tuesday gave the world a first glimpse at some new key BlackBerry 10 features during its BlackBerry Jam developers’ conference, including a new feature to help users keep track of all their running applications and a message center that lets users manage messages sent through multiple accounts. The first big feature, dubbed BlackBerry Flow, provides a series of minimized windows on users’ screens that show them all the apps they’re currently running, and it lets them easily flip through them without having to return to a central home screen and clicking on separate icons.

BlackBerry Hub, meanwhile, is a one-stop message center that lets users handle messages from multiple email accounts, BlackBerry Messenger, social networking sites and text messages all in one location. The Hub also serves as an event notification center that lets users know when they have an appointment of a meeting coming up and also gives them a list of any of their contacts slated to attend.

Finally, RIM said that its BlackBerry App World store will start selling music, movies and television shows just as the Apple (AAPL) App Store and Google (GOOG) Play shop currently do.

RIM says that BlackBerry 10 is still scheduled for release in early 2013 and the company will begin testing the operating system with carriers this fall. RIM will start accepting submissions for BlackBerry 10 applications on October 10th.

All What You Need To Know About BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha Device

Carrying on with our commitment to the developer community we are excited to provide BlackBerry® 10 Dev Alpha devices to qualified developers who attend BlackBerry® Jam Americas 2012!

The BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device is a prototype device created for the purpose of testing BlackBerry® 10 applications during development. The device is not a BlackBerry 10 smartphone for end users, nor does it run the final BlackBerry 10 software. It's been created exclusively for developers to help them prepare for the launch of the upcoming BlackBerry 10 platform.

Qualified developers will be determined by Research In Motion® (RIM®) using applicant information from the conference registration system. If you have already received a BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device at a previous BlackBerry event or from RIM, you are not eligible for this offer. Quantities are limited.

In order to be considered for this offer, developers must have registered online by Friday September 21st (11:59pm EST). Qualified registrants must check-in at the event and collect their device in person in order to receive the device. Photo identification must be provided at the time of collection.

Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I qualify for a Dev Alpha device?
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Priority is given to qualified developers and eligibility is also based on applicant information collected during the online registration process. If you have already received a BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device at a previous BlackBerry event or from RIM, you are not eligible for this offer. Quantities are limited and priority will be given to qualified registrants.
All qualified registrants must check-in at the event in order to receive the device and cannot be picked up outside of the scheduled distribution hours or picked up by another individual.

Individuals who register after the deadline, Friday September 21 at 11:59pm EST, will not be eligible for a device.

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My colleague can no longer attend the conference; can I pick up their device?
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Each qualified individual must pick up their own device at the conference during the scheduled distribution hours. If a colleague cancels or does not show up at the conference they forfeit their device.
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Do I still qualify if I am already registered for the event?
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Yes, if you registered prior to the announcement you will be considered for this offer. No action is required on your part. RIM will use applicant information from the conference registration system to consider you for a device.
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When will I be notified if I receive a BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device?
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All qualified registrants will receive notification on Monday September 24 via email.
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When will I get my device onsite?
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You will be notified during the conference when and where you can pick up your BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device.
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Can I have my BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device shipped?
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No. Your device must be picked up in person at the conference.
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What should I expect to receive?
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You will receive a BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device, a North American wall outlet charger and a USB cord.
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Do I have to sign any agreements?
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If you qualify for a device you must agree to a BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha Device and Software License Agreement in order to claim the device. These terms are specific to the non-commercial product nature of the device. If you would like to review the agreement in advance please email blackberryconferences@rim.com.
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Can I exchange my current Dev Alpha device at the conference if I'm experiencing hardware issues?
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No exchanges will be permitted at BlackBerry Jam Americas. If you are experiencing issues please visit the BlackBerry Developer site at https://developer.blackberry.com/blackberry10devalpha/ for resources and support information.